Serving 225 students in grades 2-4, Luther Lee Emerson School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luther Lee Emerson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Luther Lee Emerson School's student population of 225 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Luther Lee Emerson School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luther Lee Emerson School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
10%
Hispanic
5%
34%
Black
n/a
15%
White
52%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther Lee Emerson School's ranking?
Luther Lee Emerson School is ranked #53 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Luther Lee Emerson School often compared to?
Luther Lee Emerson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malcolm S Mackay School, Hillside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Luther Lee Emerson School?
225 students attend Luther Lee Emerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Luther Lee Emerson School students are White, 40% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luther Lee Emerson School?
Luther Lee Emerson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Luther Lee Emerson School offer ?
Luther Lee Emerson School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luther Lee Emerson School part of?
Luther Lee Emerson School is part of Demarest School District.
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